Unrest in the Middle East

Andrew Oliver    Staff Writer For almost two decades, our media has been a non-stop chorus of chaotic voices, reminding us of the turbulent situation in the region of the Middle East. This commentary and reporting all comes through a dangerously narrow, ethnocentric lens that distorts the views of Americans, and indeed, all western nations on the issue. But what is to be done? Clearly, … Continue reading Unrest in the Middle East

A Hearty Dinner: The Lull of Instant Ramen

Kaetlyn Dembkoski    Staff Writer Examine the college student. If an x-ray diagram was made with what our bodies are made of, I would imagine that we would be made up of some interesting things. Our blood would be coffee, our brains would be tidbits of information strung together and our lungs would be ever inflating and deflating balloons struggling to keep the pace. As … Continue reading A Hearty Dinner: The Lull of Instant Ramen

Students and Free Speech

Zackary Wiggins    Staff Writer Under the United States Constitution, the government, or anyone for that matter, is not allowed to take away a citizen’s right to free speech.  In this country, we are allowed to express our opinions, criticize our government and enjoy the right to talk freely about a subject if we please.   This Amendment, along with others, may be viewed as … Continue reading Students and Free Speech

The Wonders Outside UNCG

Kaetlyn Dembkoski    Staff Writer As this semester draws to a close in less than a month, taking a moment in preparation for final exams and projects is extremely important. For some, just the mere mention of free breakfast at night in the cafeteria is enough of a break. However, for others, while the campus does hold its own means for relaxation, getting off campus … Continue reading The Wonders Outside UNCG

United States’ Real First Lady

Antonio Rivera    Staff Writer    As of recent, it has come to many people’s attention that there has been someone missing in the structure of the current White House. It has also come to many people’s attention that there has been someone extra within the White House. As Melania Trump has been away in New York while her son finishes his school year, she … Continue reading United States’ Real First Lady

Animated Films are for All

Brianna Wilson   Staff Writer Animated films are popular among kids all over the world. For the beginning of life, animated films are a staple. One of my favorites as a child was ‘Kiki’s Delivery Service.’ It was about a young witch going out on her own, becoming independent, and believing in herself. That is some inspirational stuff, but is it inspirational for just kids? … Continue reading Animated Films are for All

Our New Favorite Auntie Maxine

Zackary Wiggins      Staff Writer  Congresswoman Maxine Waters represents California’s 43rd District which is in Los Angeles and was elected to Congress in 1991. She has gotten some recent fame due to her rather blunt criticism towards President Trump and Republicans in Congress. This long-standing politician has quickly emerged as a favorite to people of our generation because she is one of the few … Continue reading Our New Favorite Auntie Maxine

Saving in College: The Savviest are Successful

Kaetlyn Dembkoski    Staff Writer The average college student has enough to deal with on a normal basis. Amongst the obvious, such as socializing, making time for homework, and getting enough sleep to function properly, there is also the constantly overbearing issue of money hanging over our heads. Whether that be trying to manage not frivolously spending or attempting to keep enough money as a … Continue reading Saving in College: The Savviest are Successful

Repealing Health Care: Round One

Zackary Wiggins    Staff Writer Ever since President Obama and Democrats passed the Affordable Care Act, Republicans have been trying to repeal it.  They took the best shot at comprehensive health care reform, and made it into a weapon to slander the first black President.  They have promised over and over to repeal it and replace it with something else. The problem is, the entire … Continue reading Repealing Health Care: Round One